| ZIP Code | 48146 |
|---|---|
| City | Lincoln Park |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Area Code | 313 |
| Elevation | 584 ft |
| Latitude | 42.243291 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.181258 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.9 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 22.1% ▲ 121% above avg |
| College Grads | 20.6% ▼ 47% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 54% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 737 (3.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,895 (43.2%) |
| Some College | 3,882 (17%) |
| Associates | 3,644 (15.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,841 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,881 (12.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,183 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $117,400 ▼ 58% below avg ↑ 59% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $972/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,874 |
| Vacant Units | 826 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,874 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 826 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 48146 is located in Lincoln Park, Michigan, within Wayne County. With a population of 39,511, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.9 years. Economically, 48146 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,183 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48146 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $117,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $972 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 59% since 2019.
The population of 48146 is majority White (60.15%). Residents are less-educated — 20.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.1%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48146 stands at 7.5%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 48146 in Lincoln Park, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 39,511 residents, a median household income of $57,183, and a median home value of $117,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.